Please fill out the application form here:

 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScvjqBk7h2hcPzv7CjxF0wReyOM9-dlnjXp7V2Jr6t3u8_XHQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=114670603922940044740

 Terms & Conditions

1. Grant Use & Timeline


- The WPC Grant is intended solely for educational purposes related to photography.

- Eligible uses include in-person or online workshops, classes, mentorships, portfolio reviews, or photography-focused educational programs.

- The educational opportunity must take place or begin within six (6) months of September 1, 2025 (i.e., no later than March 1, 2026).

- Failure to use the grant within the stated timeframe may result in forfeiture, unless prior written approval is granted by WPC.


2. Payment Structure 


- WPC will pay the educational provider directly for the workshop, class, or mentorship program selected by the recipient. The total cost — including taxes, fees, and any required materials — must not exceed $2,500. Proposals exceeding this amount will not be considered.
   
- If the total cost of the educational opportunity exceeds $2,500, the recipient is responsible for covering any remaining balance.

- If the recipient chooses an in-person event, all related travel expenses—including transportation, lodging, and meals—are the sole responsibility of the recipient and will not be covered by WPC.


3. Media, Promotion & Visibility 


- Recipients agree to share at least one piece of content (e.g., photo, video, or social media post) that documents or reflects how the grant supported their growth.

- This content may be used by WPC for promotional purposes. Recipients agree to provide links to their social media profiles and/or professional website and give WPC permission to tag, mention, or share their content in public-facing platforms.

- By accepting the grant, recipients grant WPC the right to use their name, likeness, written content, and submitted images on its website, social channels, newsletters, and related materials.


4. Eligibility 


- Applicants must be residents of the United States, 18 years or older, and identify as women.

- Applicants must be actively involved in photography as a creative pursuit or profession.

- Employees, contractors, or immediate family members of WPC are not eligible to apply.


5. Liability & Disclaimers 


- WPC is not liable for any injury, travel interruption, loss, or damage incurred through participation in any grant-funded event or educational experience.

-WPC makes no guarantees about the quality or outcome of any third-party workshops or classes and assumes no responsibility for the actions or policies of those providers.

- The recipient assumes all risks associated with travel, participation, and the use of any educational service funded by the grant.

- Recipients are responsible for any tax implications associated with the grant and are encouraged to consult a tax professional if needed.


6. Forfeiture and Revocation 


- WPC reserves the right to revoke the grant if the recipient does not adhere to these terms, provides false or misleading information, or fails to communicate in a timely manner.

- If the grant is not claimed or used within the required timeframe, WPC may reassign the funds to another applicant.


7. Agreement 

- By applying for the WPC Grant, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms & Conditions.

Definitions: For the purposes of these Terms & Conditions, "WPC" refers to Women's Photography Circle, the organization offering this grant.